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How to Identify and Classify Zucchinis
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What family does zucchini belong to?
A) Rosaceae
B) Cucurbitaceae
C) Brassicaceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 2. Zucchini is botanically classified as a:
A) Fruit
B) Vegetable
C) Root
D) Stem
  • 3. What is the typical shape of a zucchini?
A) Elongated and cylindrical
B) Flat and disk-shaped
C) Heart-shaped
D) Round and bulbous
  • 4. Common zucchini colors include:
A) Red, blue, purple
B) Orange, brown, black
C) Pink, white, grey
D) Dark green, light green, yellow
  • 5. What is the texture of a zucchini's skin?
A) Hairy
B) Bumpy
C) Rough
D) Smooth
  • 6. The zucchini flower is typically:
A) Red
B) Purple
C) Blue
D) Yellow
  • 7. What is the name of the popular yellow zucchini variety?
A) Lemon zucchini
B) Sunshine zucchini
C) Banana zucchini
D) Golden zucchini
  • 8. Which of these is NOT a type of zucchini?
A) Black Beauty
B) Butternut squash
C) Costata Romanesco
D) Gold Rush
  • 9. Costata Romanesco zucchini is known for its:
A) Sweet taste
B) Extremely long length
C) Ribbed appearance
D) Perfectly smooth skin
  • 10. What is the ideal size to harvest zucchinis for best flavor?
A) 1-2 inches long
B) 6-8 inches long
C) 20-24 inches long
D) 12-14 inches long
  • 11. What does 'patty pan' refer to in the context of squash?
A) A specific part of the zucchini plant
B) A type of summer squash related to zucchini
C) A disease affecting zucchini plants
D) A cooking utensil for zucchini
  • 12. What is the flesh of a zucchini like?
A) Bright orange, tough
B) Dark brown, grainy
C) Deep red, fibrous
D) Pale green to white, tender
  • 13. How are zucchini seeds typically arranged inside the fruit?
A) Attached to the outer skin
B) Absent in most varieties
C) Tightly packed in a single cluster
D) Loosely dispersed in the center
  • 14. What distinguishes summer squash from winter squash?
A) Summer squash grows only in the summer
B) Summer squash has a thinner skin and shorter storage life
C) Winter squash is harvested in the spring
D) Winter squash is always sweeter than summer squash
  • 15. Which of these features is useful for identifying a zucchini?
A) Its round shape and rough skin
B) Its spiky skin and orange color
C) Its fuzzy texture and small size
D) Its cylindrical shape and smooth skin
  • 16. What is a common problem with overgrown zucchinis?
A) They develop more vitamins
B) They develop a tougher skin and stronger flavor
C) They become watery and less flavorful
D) They become sweeter and more tender
  • 17. What part of the zucchini plant can be cooked and eaten?
A) Fruit and flowers
B) Seeds only
C) Stems and leaves only
D) Roots only
  • 18. Which of the following is a common method of preparing zucchini?
A) Smoking
B) Grilling
C) Fermenting
D) Curing
  • 19. What climate is best suited for growing zucchinis?
A) Warm and sunny
B) Wet and humid
C) Dry and arid
D) Cold and shady
  • 20. What is the average shelf life of a zucchini in the refrigerator?
A) 6 months
B) 1-2 days
C) 1-2 weeks
D) 1-2 months
  • 21. Which disease commonly affects zucchini plants?
A) Leaf rust
B) Black spot
C) Root rot
D) Powdery mildew
  • 22. What pest commonly attacks zucchini plants?
A) Squash bugs
B) Aphids
C) Cabbage worms
D) Tomato hornworms
  • 23. How does proper spacing help zucchini plants?
A) Increases the size of the fruit
B) Makes the plants bloom earlier
C) Improves air circulation and reduces disease risk
D) Reduces the need for watering
  • 24. What type of soil is best for growing zucchini?
A) Rocky soil
B) Clay-heavy, compacted soil
C) Well-draining, fertile soil
D) Sandy, infertile soil
  • 25. What nutrient is especially important for zucchini growth?
A) Sodium
B) Calcium
C) Iron
D) Nitrogen
  • 26. What does 'determinate' refer to in the context of zucchini plants?
A) A plant that grows very tall
B) A plant that only produces one zucchini
C) A plant with a bush-like growth habit
D) A plant that requires staking
  • 27. What is the scientific name for common zucchini?
A) Cucumis sativus
B) Cucurbita pepo
C) Brassica oleracea
D) Solanum lycopersicum
  • 28. What is a common method to preserve zucchinis for later use?
A) Freezing
B) Canning
C) Drying in the sun
D) Pickling in vinegar
  • 29. Why should you avoid overhead watering of zucchini plants?
A) It can promote fungal diseases
B) It can attract pests
C) It can damage the roots
D) It can wash away the soil
  • 30. Which of these is a good companion plant for zucchini?
A) Potatoes
B) Fennel
C) Marigolds
D) Radishes
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